University of Newcastle Postgraduate Research Scholarships (UNIPRS)

• International Scolarships
• October 06, 2014

University of Newcastle                                        Deadline: 31 August (annual)
Masters/PhD Degree                                            Study in: Australia

                                                                             Course starts 2015

Brief description:
The University of Newcastle offers a number of postgraduate research scholarships to support international research candidates. One of these is the University of Newcastle International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (UNIPRS) which is towards Master’s degree by Research or PhD degree.
Host Institution(s):
University of Newcastle, Australia
Field(s) of study:
Eligible Masters or PhD programme by research offered at University of Newcastle.
Number of Scholarships:
Not specified.
Target group:
International students from any country except New Zealand
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The scholarship covers tuition fees, university living allowance, and Overseas Students Health Cover.
Note: UNIPRS scholarships can normally only be offered where there are supporting funds from the supervisor’s research grant, School or Faculty to fund a full or part living allowance.
Eligibility:
How to increase your chances of receiving a research scholarship:
• Apply by the closing date of 31 August each year
• Meet the University’s English proficiency requirement by the closing date (Please refer to English Proficiency Info over page)
• A Grade Point Average (GPA)of at least 5.25 out of 7 in the last two calendar years of undergraduate degree • Honours class one or equivalent
• Research work experience
• Research studies – points are given for a coursework masters with 20% thesis component or for a research masters
• Research publications – points are given for refereed research journal articles, book chapters, research related conference publications, research related exhibitions and patents.
Application instructions:
Scholarship applications will be accepted between 1 January and 31 August each year.
It is important to read the Scholarship Information Sheet and visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website: http://www.newcastle.edu.au/research-and-innovation/graduate-research/international/scholarships-and-costs